"The House Bunny" Losen up a little.

We recently caught up with Kimberly Makkouk, who just finished “The House Bunny” starring Ana Faris. For those of you who haven’t seen it, we suggest you have a break from all those other serious movies and have some fun. What is more exciting than having a Playboy Bunny having to find a new job elsewhere? Well, maybe 2.

1. How was it working with Ana Faris?

It was such an honor; she is a very talented actress. I learned so much from just watching her act.

2. Your hair. Drastically changes. What was the process? Was it something that you had agreed to when you agreed to do the movie or was it something that was spontaneous?

When I first got the role, my hair was a platinum blonde, I knew there were going to be some changes, but I was extremely surprised when the hair stylists colored my hair dark brown. I didn't mind because it was part of my character, and it's part of being an actress. We had some amazing wigs made just for us, so when you see me as a blonde, that's really a wig.

3. If you had the chance to film the movie again would you do it?

I sure would. Everyone was so amazingly talented; we were all like a family. Every day on set felt like a group of friends, hanging out, and doing what we love. The experience was awesome.


4. Was there anything that bothered you on the set or something that you generally disliked about filming it?

Everything was wonderful.

5. Your role seemed like a fun one. What was your favorite thing about the film?

My role was fun just because Tonya reminded me of myself in a way. The best thing about the film was the transformations. We looked so dorky, and unattractive in the beginning, then all of a sudden we are caterpillars turned into butterflies.

6.What is next for you?

Hopefully some more movies. Be on the look out.

Donkey

We've all done it: Danced to "Let's Make Love" or "Music is My Boyfriend" until morning. CSS dropped the bomb again 7/21, except this time they're all grown up. But there is no need to panic; they've done it without losing their flair. Donkey, despite its title, has mastered sophisticated undertones that still get you in the mood. Okay, maybe after a couple of drinks if you're shy. Regardless if you haven't already done so, we advise you to pick it up soon. You're already 2 months behind! Songs to pay attention to: "Believe Archive", "Move" and "How I became Paranoid". This time there is no reference to DFA1979 or that DJ...Which one was it?
4 out of 4 stars.
Pick if up if you like The Sounds.

VISIONAIRE...YOU SHOULD ALL ATTEND

Visionaire is a Santa Monica based Fashion happening on Friday September 5th that you all should attend:it's for a good cause. We'll be there to cover it.

POLAROID CONTRIBUTIONS

BOTTOM LEFT: ASHLEY ALIZOR

BOTTOM RIGHT: EVA WILDES

2ND ROW-5TH ROW: SOPHIE ABRAMOWITZ

SIXTH ROW UP: EMILY VAN NESS

TOP ROW LEFT: MIGUEL ANGEL

TOP ROW RIGHT: OLIVIA LOPEZ

Partie Traumatic

If Bloc Party, The Teenagers and The Gossip got together and jammed you would get The Black Kids. The Black Kids debut, Party Traumatic features our favorite, "I'm Not Going To Teach Your Boyfriend How To Dance With You." Unlike The Teenagers though, The Black Kids have flair and originality. We gave up on the Teenagers when then passed on one of my compilations and could not even fill The Echo; how embarrassing!
3 out of 4 stars - Why the Chromeo rip off at the end of I Wanna Be Your Limousine? - INMUSICINLOVE
Debuted #5 on the UK album charts.
Pick it up if you like the Cure.

DEVON WEISS: OUR MYSTERY GIRL.

by Sarah Kowaney
"I used to be pretty quiet and shy. I didn't like attention and I was kind of self-conscious. My whole life was about getting out of high school…and certainly not doing anything involving attention on me." With this mentality, up-and-coming model Devon Weiss never expected what the future had in for her.
At the age of 14, Devon was discovered backstage at a live taping of American Idol. When her and her sister spotted Miss J. Alexander from America's Next Top Model, they decided to approach him. He insisted that Devon had to have been a model; when she said that she wasn't, he took a few snapshots of her and referred her to Warning Model Management. Shortly after, she went to the agency and was signed on the spot. As simple as that, the dreams of many became a reality for Devon.
With the help of her manager, Omar Alberto, Devon has already accomplished so much. He's been her backbone, pushing her to work hard and simply believing in her. "He told me that I was going to be something," she says, "and that I had so much potential. He raised my self-esteem and helped mold me into what I am now." Devon has already worked with numerous models from America's Next Top Model, including Cycle Nine winner Saleisha. She has worked with fashion photographer Bruce Weber for an Abercrombie & Fitch ad, as well as already booked various runway shows for up-and-coming designers Jesse Kamm, Melissa Coker, Whitley Kros, Kelly Nishimoto, and Suh-Tahn.
What's next for this L.A. model? Devon plans on staying in L.A. for now. She recently shot her first commercial, and plans on honing her acting skills in addition to modeling. In the meantime, Devon will soon be featured in Vogue and InStyle in an ad she worked on with celebrity hairstylist Ken Paves. As for the future, if you see Devon walking the runway, on a billboard, in a feature film, or wearing your favorite designer in Vogue...don't be surprised.